My approach is integrative using different theoretical models within the humanistic framework including CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), TA (Transactional Analysis), Gestalt and Person-Centred. I work with adults, couples, older adults and young people over the age of 16. I can provide either long term or short term counselling.

My counselling experience includes working with stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, loss, relationship problems, work related issues, health related issues, self-esteem, personal awareness and development. This is by no means an exhaustive list, full details of issues I work with can be found on either the BACP Directory ‘It’s Good to Talk’, (see link below), or the Counselling Directory, (see link below).

I have experience of working in primary care both with the NHS and privately. I have additional training in working with couples and groups, and have over 5 years specialist counselling experience of working with bereavement and loss. I am also an approved counsellor/psychotherapist for certain health insurance companies and EAP providers.

I frequently attend continuing professional development events and workshops keeping my knowledge and skills up to date. I am insured, attend regular professional supervision, and abide by BACP’s Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling & Psychotherapy.

I am a Relate trained Trainer and run training courses on ‘Counselling Skills for Non Counsellors’, 'Parent Mentoring,' 'Taking Charge of your Life' and 'Parenting Apart'.